The United Arab Emirates’ National Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) reported on Monday the 4th that the air defense systems are responding to a missile threat. No further details about the missile’s origin were provided.
In the statement, NCEMA urges citizens to remain in a safe location and to follow official channels to receive alerts and updates regarding the situation.
“Do not approach, do not touch, and do not photograph any fragments or objects that have fallen as a result of successful air interceptions; allow the competent authorities to assess the situation,” it writes.